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The legendry actor Rajinikanth expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar, film fraternity, friends colleagues, well-wishers, and media after named as reeipient of Dadasaheb Phalke Award. In his tweet, he mentioned, “My heartfelt thanks to the government of India, respected & dearest @narendramodi Ji, @PrakashJavdekar Ji and the jury for conferring upon me the prestigious #DadasahebPhalkeAward I sincerely dedicate it to all those who have been a part of my journey. Thanks to the almighty”

Later, in another tweet, he expressed his gratitude to eminent political leaders, film fraternity, friends colleagues, well-wishers, and media.  In his tweet, he mentioned, ” For all the love, greetings & wishes I’ve received from eminent political leaders, my film fraternity friends & colleagues, well-wishers, media, every person who took the time to wish me & my beloved fans from across India & all over the world .. my deepest gratitude and thanks”.

Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar today announced the recipient of the 51st Dadasaheb Phalke Award. The award for 2019 will be conferred to legendary actor Rajinikanth. It will be presented on 3rd May, along with the 67th National Film Awards.

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